Max was born on our fourth anniversary. He was due two weeks later, and my water broke on the 20th, but he still managed to be born on our anniversary! As a result, it usually takes a back seat to birthday party celebrations. This year, we were also getting ready to go on a trip early the next morning, so I really didn't think we would have time to do it up right. Fortunately for me, Marc had other plans.
He made a reservation for us at the Tree Room at Sundance. We went there a couple of times when we were dating, and also on our wedding night, so it was a very appropriate place to go for an anniversary dinner. We haven't been there for a long time, but it was just as I remembered, from the big tree trunk in the middle of the restaurant to the cozy atmosphere to the delicious peppercorn steak with mango chutney. We had a scrumptious dinner, and we got to just sit and talk with each other, which seems a rarity these days.
On the way to Sundance, Marc presented me with that time-honored romantic overture: a mix tape (updated on a CD, of course). All of the tracks have to do with us, even the ones I had never heard before -- either they have to do with French, the month of June, or just how he feels about me (never mind that a couple of them have lyrics that are questionable, as romance goes. See JT's Little More Time With You, which is about his drug addiction! Oh well, Marc didn't realize what it was really saying, and the thought was good. tee hee). As I listened to the mix, I figured out why he chose each song and I was filled with love for Marc. It was so sweet.
If you've never heard tracks 1 & 6, check them out. I didn't know them before, and now they're favorites. (I know, I know, why haven't I been listening to the latest Coldplay album? I have no good excuse other than I get stuck in music ruts.) The only thing about June 24th that wasn't ideal was that we had to come home from our date and stay up late to finish packing. Marc swore he will never travel again within a day of our anniversary on either side. I was shocked, because I never knew it was so important to him. Now don't I feel like a chump for not having a chance to do anything for him? Maybe I can cook something up while he's in Paris...I still want to follow up on Katie's request that we tell the story of how we met our husbands, but as this is already getting pretty long, I'll save that for another post.
9 comments:
I think that cd mix is a romantic idea. It's thoughtful, time consuming, and unique. Very cool, I'll have to hear that the next time we're at your house.
I'm amazed at how young you both look in your wedding picture. Marc was 25 then right? But looks like just a kid. It's crazy that you've been married 15 years! It's very adult of you.
Sounds like a really nice, even if insanely busy, day! Your going back post has inspired me to play a little catch up from the two weeks I was MIA- thanks!
I highly, HIGHLY recommend Coldplay. Highly.
You and Marc look cute! I love the picture of you two.
PS: as to the pictures, i believe that some are coming your way via the mail, but keep it on the down-low if you will ;)
a mix cd. who does that?? hang on to that one michelle. that is amazing. truly romantic
i love that photo.
guess what we have a cosi in walking distance to our home. want to come visit? jeff and i discovered them in NY and were excited to find it yesterday on our bike ride.
I so love the whole mix tape thing. Totally adorable.
What a fun way to celebrate your anniversary. Wow- 15 years.
wow...I must be out of the loop! I have no idea which songs those are, I think a couple french ones ring a bell.....how sad....but I am delighted to know that he gave you that present...how thoughtful. Your anniversary dinner sounded really good and yummy! I miss Sundance it is so pretty there! The picture looks so cool! Can't believe time is going soooo fast!
What a thoughtful romantic idea (the cd that is) My husband and I went to this exact restaurant right before I had my daughter. It was a tribute to being together alone for the last time. I remember that BIG tree and delicious meal. Congrats on being married for 15 years. Heres to many many more!!
What a nice and thoughtful evening. I love to get mix cd's, the time, thoughts and energy that go into making one mean a great deal. I love eating up at Sundance.
I love the picture of you and Marc, you're beautiful.
I love the idea of the cd, I may copy it. I love hearing about everyone else life and relationships. I am obsessed with what makes people tick. It sounds like it turned out to be a good anniversary after all. 15 years! That makes me feel old.
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